Advisor - Research & Development - Formulation Research - Large Molecule

Eli Lily

5+ years

Not Disclosed

Indianapolis

10 Jan. 31, 2025

Job Description

Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc, M.Sc, B.Pharm, M.Pharm, LifeScience Graduates Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Advisor - Research & Development - Formulation Research - Large Molecule
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Job Category: Research & Development
Job Type: Full Time, Regular
Job ID: R-74222

Company Overview:

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people worldwide. As a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our employees work diligently to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, improve disease understanding and management, and contribute to communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. Our mission is to make life better for people around the world, and we’re looking for individuals dedicated to making a difference.

Position Summary:

The Lilly Bioproduct Research and Development (BR&D) organization focuses on developing and commercializing parenteral formulations for both small and large molecules, including monoclonal antibodies, novel therapeutic proteins, peptides, and gene therapies. This includes cutting-edge research in oligonucleotide development, lipid nanoparticles, Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADCs), and other gene delivery platforms. As part of this dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to drive innovations in formulation development for complex biologics and support the progress of novel therapies from discovery to clinical application.

We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist to contribute to the development and optimization of parenteral drug products for various complex biological modalities. This role involves leading and supporting formulation and process development for protein, peptide, and other novel therapeutic modalities in clinical trials, while working with interdisciplinary teams to ensure stability, patient-centric design, and scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Represent the Drug Product team in CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls) teams to support formulation and process development of proteins, peptides, oligonucleotides, and other novel therapeutics.
Conduct hands-on experimental work within the formulation group, supporting the development of parenteral drug products for clinical trials.
Build and optimize process capabilities for laboratory-scale, early-phase clinical scale, and scale-up technologies for parenteral drug products and other complex formulations.
Support technology transfer of formulations and processes to clinical manufacturing sites.
Collaborate with various internal teams including synthetic chemistry, toxicology, ADME, analytical, and device teams to ensure drug product stability and patient-centric solutions.
Support monoclonal antibody, protein, and peptide programs in different stages of development.
Innovate or assess new formulation methodologies to stabilize complex bioproducts (e.g., peptides, proteins, fusion proteins, and drug conjugates).
Spearhead research on new drug delivery technologies, such as targeted drug delivery, and establish proof of concept for new delivery technologies.
Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and start-ups to accelerate innovation.
Contribute to the development of an innovation agenda, driving publications, presentations, and influencing industry standards.
Lead interdisciplinary research efforts to address new drug delivery challenges and provide input across various project components.

Basic Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
OR a B.S. / M.S. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with 10+ years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Expertise in the innovation and technical development of oligonucleotides, proteins, peptides, viral therapies, or cell-based therapeutics.
Experience with process development and analytical techniques for large molecule or biologic materials.
Knowledge in parenteral drug formulation, manufacturing, aseptic technologies, and drug product process development.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

This role involves laboratory work in a dynamic R&D environment. The physical demands are consistent with typical lab-based tasks.

Additional Information:

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
Travel Requirements: Minimal, as the role is primarily lab-based.
Lilly is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. We actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs):

Lilly supports a variety of employee resource groups that enhance employee engagement, development, and leadership opportunities. These include networks such as PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Women’s Network, Veterans Leadership, and more.

If you are passionate about advancing novel drug delivery technologies and improving patient outcomes, we encourage you to apply and join our team in making life better for people around the world.

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Advisor - Research & Development - Formulation Research - Large Molecule

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Company Overview:

Position Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

Basic Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

Additional Information:

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs):

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